BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 15

BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 15 is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 15 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 742 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 69 teachers, BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 15 has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Brooklyn Prospect Charter School (BPCS) – CSD 15 is a K-12 network of public charter schools that emphasizes a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum rooted in the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. Located in the Windsor Terrace/Kensington area, the school is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, intentionally mirroring the demographic makeup of the surrounding Brooklyn neighborhoods. Their educational model prioritizes critical thinking, global citizenship, and character development, aiming to prepare students not only for academic success in university but also for responsible engagement in a global society.

The school is noted for its cohesive culture, which stresses high academic expectations alongside a supportive, values-based environment. By utilizing the IB program—which focuses on inquiry-based learning and interdisciplinary study—Brooklyn Prospect encourages students to make connections across subjects and apply their knowledge to real-world issues. As a community-focused institution within Community School District 15, the school works to balance traditional academic rigor with a personalized approach to student development, seeking to create a seamless transition from elementary through high school graduation.

For more information, contact BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 15 at (716) 643-1086 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.